The Gift Exchange

English

ISBN: 1936178737

EAN: 9781936178735

Category: Fiction / Visionary & Metaphysical/Fiction / Romance / General/

Publisher: Gray Dog Press

Release Date: 10/15/2010

Synopsis: The Gift Exchange is the story of a timeless bond between two friends that goes beyond the imaginable. As Tessa goes from the tragic death of a husband to a newfound love, her world is rocked by the impending loss of a boundless friendship that offers the gift of new life. After Tessa's husband, Michael, dies from a self inflicted gunshot wound, Tessa believes his spirit enters the bardo of becoming, a seven week state of transition where Buddhists believe the conscience of a recently deceased person thrives, awaiting its karmic connection to its future parents and ultimate rebirth. In a suicide note, Michael vows to enhance Tessa's life from beyond. Tessa's best friend, Abby, nurtures Tessa back to emotional health after Michael's sudden death. The friendship Abby and Tessa share is rare...there's nothing they would not do for each other. Therefore, it is not surprising after Tessa remarries and is unable to conceive a child that Abby offers to be a surrogate for the couple. In a tragic twist, Abby falls victim to the devastating effects of cancer soon after she becomes pregnant. She chooses giving birth over treatment and self-preservation. After the baby is born, Abby tries convincing Tessa that by helping Abby die, Abby's suffering would cease and she would be given the gift of a new life. Yet, how can a Buddhist who goes out of her way to save a spider kill her best friend?

The Gift Exchange

Illustrated: No

Format: eBook - EPUB